Empowered to Thrive Counselling Services was established in 2015 and was born from a deep-rooted passion for healing, storytelling, and community. Our story begins with the founder, Jacqueline Davis.  A woman shaped by the vibrant cultural mosaic of Jamaica, where she grew up, surrounded by a rich blend of traditions, music, and beliefs. It was in this diverse environment that Jacqueline first learned the power of connection through shared stories, multigenerational wisdom, and a collective sense of care. She learned about the transformational power of eternalizing “getting it out” and healing through the power of words.

 

Jacqueline draws from her rich cultural roots and wisdom passed down by her family to create a space where others feel seen, supported and inspired. Her upbringing now fuels a practice that empowers clients to embrace their own stories and thrive in every season of life.

​

​Raised by strong women, Jacqueline was especially influenced by her grandmother, a natural storyteller who passed down more than just words. Her tales held the soul of the community, teaching lessons of resilience, compassion, and identity. Around their kitchen tables and in the warmth of the verandas, Jacqueline saw firsthand how social narratives could mend hearts, preserve heritage, and build bridges between generations and cultures.

​

These early experiences laid the foundation for Empowered to Thrive. Today, our practice reflects those same values: compassion and empathy, respect and dignity, integrity and trust and upholding professional standards of honesty and transparency. We honour the diverse cultural and racial backgrounds of every client we serve. Our practice is grounded in cultural sensitivity and respect, ensuring that care is tailored to your unique story and lived experience.  

 

We are a virtual counselling service with a mission to restore, enhance and empower individuals, couples, and families across Ontario.

​

Our team brings together a rich blend of therapeutic approaches and life experiences. Many of our clinicians have been serving clients for decades. Walking alongside individuals and families through a season of challenge and growth. Together, we offer both the depth of clinical expertise and the warmth of lived experience, creating a space where you feel supported, understood, and empowered to thrive.

​

​

​